Problem:
John and Mary Smith met in college and married soon aftergraduation.They were lucky enough to find good jobs in the same area, bought a condo and settled into a comfortable life.
Eventually, Joan and Mary decided to start a family.They heard about DNA testing: a new family planning procedure using DNA samples to screen for possible genetic differences that could affect their child's health and development. This sounded like a wise precaution, and they ordered the tests.When the results came back, John and Mary were relieved to learn that they each had a clean bill of health as far as their future children were concerned.There was one personal glitch, however:the test revealed that John had the "infidelity gene"
Mary had never heard of an infidelity gene.In fact, Mary wasn't entirely sure what a gene was, and she had no idea how - or whether - a gene could cause her husband to be unfaithful.Mary consulted her doctor and searched online to find out more about this gene, but what she read was confusing.....
Use the internet to search for the "infidelity gene" (or "ruthless gene") Select three sites and try to evaluate each for clarity, accuracy, and usefulness. Attach the three sites here.
Search for a commercial lab that will test your DNA for the presence of the infidelity gene. This process is called direct-to-consumer (DTC) marketing. In this case, DTC marketing gives people genetic information without the benefit of a trained genetic counselor or other medical professional.
Question 1: Do you think most people will be able to understand the test results on their own?
Question 2: Should the government regulate DTC marketing of genetic screening procedures?
Question 3: Should it be eliminated in favor of medically supervised tests?
Question 4: Do you think your genes influence your behavior?
Question 5: Do they control your behavior?
If a person has the "infidelity gene and the hormone imbalance it produces, is fidelity still a choice this person can make?Why or why not? Please explain.